Gwinnett "grows" a shutout victory over Norfolk on Agriculture Night by an 8-0 score
Pre-game: Norfolk Tides (12-9) vs Gwinnett Stripers (8-13) The April 29th (2022) game between the Norfolk Tides (the AAA affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles) and Gwinnett Stripers (the AAA affiliate of the Atlanta Braves) sees both teams looking at taking charge of the remaining games of the 5-games series. The Tides currently sit in 2nd place in the International League East standings (1 game out of first place). Starting pitcher Zac Lowther (0-2 with an 11.05 earned run av
The Stripers "school" the Tides for a 7-6 late game win on Education Day
Preview: Norfolk Tides (11-7) vs Gwinnett Stripers (6-12) School is in session. Given most schools in the Metro-Atlanta area end the year closer to Memorial Day Weekend, classes are still in session. However, today's series opener between the Norfolk Tides (the AAA affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles) and the hometown Gwinnett Stripers (the AAA affiliate of the 2021 World Series Champion Atlanta Braves) is Education Day (as a number of area school bring students in grades K-1
Candid Conversations: a much needed series via New Mercies Christian Church
Can we talk for minute (or longer)? And no, we are not referencing the Tevin Campbell classic from the mid 1990's. Mental health and wellness are areas of concern; during the Covid era, some would say the public health challenge is more apparent. With the veil lifted, more aware seeing people focus on clearing health hurdles, including the by-product of stress, depression, even suicide. One observation of the church community is a perceived reluctance to speak to these real
Georgia Gwinnett College receives $1.45 million in federal funding via the efforts of Rep. Bourdeaux
On Tuesday, April 19th (2022), something truly engaging and amazing takes place on the campus of Georgia Gwinnett College (GCC). Already recognized by US News and World Report as the most ethnically diverse campus in the Southeast for 7 consecutive years, supporting those efforts for student teaching, learning, research, and development is a must. And it comes in the form of federal funding. Via the community-focused funding efforts to the House Appropriations Committee as p
Something's cooking: Raphael Baker and his campaign for insurance commissioner (GA)
What exactly does the insurance commissioner do? For starters, the main purpose is to regulate insurance practices statewide. This includes (but is not limited to) licensing (of businesses and professionals in the industry), fraud investigation (of both businesses and entities), company regulations, and even fire coding and safety (as what you are used to seeing in an elevator or related public venues). When it comes to who is running for this cabinet level position, that ma
Be sure to mark her: the work and candidacy of BT Parker (Superior Court Judge for Gwinnett County)
In the 2020 election for Superior Court Judge (Gwinnett County, GA), BT Parker falls 1 percentage point short of being in the runoff for the position. While her bid for office runs just short of winning the election, there is a positive that comes from her experience; her active, current, and vast community engagement is clearly present as two of her three key components of her platform are currently implemented in the form of the creation of a prison prevention program via
The Sounds stop the Stripers: Gwinnett's comeback falls just short as Nashville wins 5-4
Preview: Nashville Sounds (5-3) vs Gwinnett Stripers (4-4) The season opening homestand for the Gwinnett Stripers (the AAA affiliate of the Atlanta Braves) sees them taking on the Nashville Sounds (the AAA affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers). At 4-4, Jasseell De La Cruz (0-0, 2.25 ERA) takes the mound to set the tone as the team looks to go one game over .500; the blend of veteran leadership from the likes of Ryan Goins, Phil Gooselin, Travis Demeritte, and Delino DeShie
I am. You are. Keep living 9 times over with the Real Vitelle.
The Real Vitelle (click HERE to visit the website) covers a lot of ground and wears multiple hats. The accomplished actress, author, speaker, and host is a solid presence across arts and entertainment. However, it isn't always like this. The Dayton, OH native and Atlanta-based figure can recall her share of challenging and even traumatic times, ranging from homelessness to borderline hopelessness, including a bout with mental health and wellness concerns. Even in the midst o
It's artsy. It's time in the garden. And it's a party (with a organic purpose)
Sunday, April 10th, is not just the second Sunday of the month. For many, it's the first Sunday (and day) for something much needed in being proactive to the needs of the greater community. When there's an intersection of the creative, organic, entrepreneurism, health, youth, and family, taking in a little art in the garden is the move of the day and beyond. Thanks to the innovative work of a team and network including (but not limited to) Relle the Poet and Lady Ursula, the
